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Celine was comforted on stage by her son as she broke down in accepting her Icon Award

She told ABC News she had told her ailing husband: “You were worrying for my career. You were worrying for the children. You were worrying for everything. It’s enough. Do you trust me? Please do. Trust me.

“The kids are fine. I’m fine. I promise you we’re gonna be OK. Please leave in peace. I don’t want you to worry.”